Casting Kids and Teens for 'A Christmas Carol' Production
About This Casting
Project Overview
Seeking talented kids and teens for a production of 'A Christmas Carol'. This adaptation remains true to the original novel while incorporating modern elements to engage contemporary audiences.
Roles
- Various roles available for children and teenagers.
Dates & Deadlines
- First Rehearsal: October 12, 2026
- Tech Begins: November 3, 2026
- First Public Performance: November 11, 2026
- Opening Night: November 20, 2026
- Closing Night: January 3, 2027
Location
- Chicago, IL, United States
Compensation
- Weekly minimum of $1024 (LOA ref. COST)
Requirements
Categories
Roles
3GHOST OF CHRISTMAS PAST / CHARITY / CLARA’S SIBLING
GHOST- the quintessence of youth and bright beginnings. Shows Ebenezer how kind and vigorous he once was, taking him through the major points in his life where he turned from goodness to the dark. CHARITY - in the Present, a good Samaritan collecting donations to help the poor and needy at Christmastime. Cohort to Alms. CLARA’S SIBLING - in the Present, a game-loving flirt who indulges Topper in sport and romance. This role will require an extensive amount of flying in a two-point harness.
MARTHA CRATCHIT / FAN
To play 14. MARTHA - in the Present, the oldest sister of the Cratchit children. Works in a factory whose chemicals are slowly eating away at her hands and thus her ability to do the very job she does to survive. She can’t let her family know that though; they are all doing what they can. FAN - in the Past, Little Scrooge’s older sister who comes to take Ebenezer home for Christmas for the first time. She is heartbroken when Ebenezer chooses to stay behind to learn more about the business world.
PETER CRATCHIT / LAMP LIGHTER / BELLE’S SON / TURKEY BOY
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Compensation
$1024 / Week
Location
Chicago
Roles
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